Intern, Special Programs: Forensic Services Headquarters, 333 John Carlyle, Alexandria, Virginia, United States of AmericaJob Description Posted Monday, June 29, 2026 at 4:00 AMPOSITION : Intern, Special Programs: Forensic ServicesSEMESTER: Fall 2026NOTE : If the application deadline date has been reached and the position is still posted, please continue to apply as we are still accepting applications.UNIT DESCRIPTION : The Forensic Services Unit (FSU) falls under the Missing Children Division (MCD). FSU maintains three core programs that encompass 1) biometrics, 2) forensics, and 3) a multidisciplinary team that works on unidentified deceased child cases and long-term missing child cases.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESInterns will be assigned to the Forensic Services Unit and will be assigned to an FSU Case Manager to assist on one or more of the following duties with the potential to take on additional responsibilities.Communicate professionally with law enforcement or other forensic professionals to help gather information and advance cases of missing children.Review case files and identify relevant information to help determine need for resource application.Prepare written supplemental progress reports on case activities and communicationsAssist with the collection and documentation of information on special data projectsHelp compose standardized reports detailing availability of biometrics on missing child casesParticipate in internal multidiscipline case reviewsAttend various on-site and virtual trainings and presentations as they are offeredSKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIESMust currently have or working towards a Master's Degree or other advanced degree related to Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, or a related fieldMinimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scaleAble to commit to a minimum of 20 hours per weekAbility to work in person at the Alexandria, Virginia officeDemonstrate ability to analyze written materialsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsKnowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPointAbility to work independently and as a part of a teamAbility to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive informationSALARYAlthough internships are unpaid positions, each intern will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge and hands-on experience in the position of his/her choosing and will receive academic credit through an approved program at his/her college or as a volunteer. Interns will be reimbursed for parking or public transportation expenses.HOURSThe Forensic Services Unit intern is required to commit to a one or two semester internship term with a minimum of 20 hours per week, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, during Fall, Spring, or Summer semesters.TO APPLYPlease visit our website at www.missingkids.org. An in-person or Zoom interview will be requested of most qualified applicants as part of the final selection process.Headquarters, 333 John Carlyle, Alexandria, Virginia, United States of America#J-18808-Ljbffr